Veterans Medical Services

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers, clinics and hospitals provide a range of medical and mental health services to eligible veterans. Information on medical facilities in Connecticut can be found at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System website: www.connecticut.va.gov/

Eligibility

Must be a honorably discharged veteran with;

any number of days wartime duty, OR

at least 90 days of active duty served before Sept. 1980, OR

at least 2 years active duty served after Oct. 1981

Current and former members of the Reserves or National Guard called to active duty (other than for training only) by a federal order and completed the full period for which they were called or ordered to active duty may be eligible for VA health care.

Dental CareDental care services has limitations and may have special eligibility criteria.

In Connecticut, the Soldier’s, Sailors’ and Marines’ Fund (SSMF) will help needy veterans pay for dental expenses if the veteran is eligible for assistance under SSMF guidelines. Further information can be found at the SSMF website: www.ct.gov/ssmf/site/default.asp

Veterans with Other Health Coverage
Eligible veterans covered by other health insurance can also enroll in the VA health care system and use the VA system as a primary or secondary insurer.

To Enroll
Any veteran who wants to seek medical services must fill out an application to enroll for services. Veterans must present DD214 at time of enrollment and a copy of current insurance care (including Medicare or Medicaid). For questions on eligibility, call 203-932-5711, ext. 3328.

2-1-1 is a program of United Way of Connecticut and is supported by the State of Connecticut and Connecticut United Ways.

Central Intake/Assessment for Substance Use Disorder

Substance Use Disorder Programs that serve as an intake for agencies which evaluate individuals who are in need of substance use services and are directed to the number of subsidized beds that may be available in the community. Some programs may also offer medical detoxification services for people who need them.